1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |