1964 Austin A 99 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 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 99. 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, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 99 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2645 mm |
