1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1980 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
