1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 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 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 465 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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 1950 Austin A 40. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |