1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| 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 | 124 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
