1957 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 706 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Princess | Forester |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2616 mm |