1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 11 kg more than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 3-Litre | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
