1964 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Princess | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2530 mm |
