1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 30 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1961 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 99 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
