1946 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 353 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Forester |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |