1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 225 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
