1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 882 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 Outback 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 Outback 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 Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback 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 Outback | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
