1957 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A135 | Forester |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |