1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | 1.8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |