1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 90. 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
