1948 Austin 16 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 105 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Forester |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |