1949 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 595 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Minor | Forester |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |