1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 110 | Forester |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |