1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 695 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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 1964 Austin A 40. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2625 mm |