1958 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 788 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Princess | Forester |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2530 mm |
