1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 595 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2645 mm |