1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 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 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 263 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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 1960 Austin A 55. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 55 | Forester |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |