1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
