1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
