1970 Austin 3 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |