1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Ambassador 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 55 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 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 1982 Austin Ambassador. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Ambassador | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2645 mm |
