1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 90 | Forester |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1385 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 |