1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 135 | Forester |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |