1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 775 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Austin 7 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make Austin Subaru
Model 7 Impreza
Year Released 1961 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 848 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 33 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 610 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 3060 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 64 L


 

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