1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Justy weights approximately 40 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2006 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Justy |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 41 L |