1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1973 Subaru R-2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 40 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1930 mm |
