1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 355 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 1999 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |