1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 99 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |