1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 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 89 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 636 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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 1956 Austin A 35. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 35 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 35 | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |