1972 Austin 1800 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 1800 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1972 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 1800 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 1800 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |