1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX is newer by 33 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 860 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 1994 Subaru SVX 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, 1994 Subaru SVX 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, 1994 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru SVX 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 | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
