1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 60 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
