1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 115 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. 2004 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Austin A 70 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 70 | Forester |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 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 |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |