1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 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 130 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 556 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. 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 1952 Austin A 40. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2615 mm |