1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 160 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 70 | Forester |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |