1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Impreza |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |