1958 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A135 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| 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 | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
