1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 286 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.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 1300 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |