1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 245 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |