1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 160 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 90 | Forester |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2615 mm |