1961 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 547 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Princess | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |
