1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 773 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 35 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
