1959 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | Forester |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
