1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 488 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 55 | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |