1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Justy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Justy (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Subaru Justy.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Subaru Justy (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1989 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
