1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 747 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sports | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2616 mm |
