1951 Austin A 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 45 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
