1961 Triumph TR3 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 576 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph TR3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR3 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | TR3 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 904 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2615 mm |
