1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 953 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 30 | Forester |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |