1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1980 Subaru Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1980 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 1300 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
