1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 54 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 712 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 30 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
