1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 39 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Austin A 99 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 99 | Forester |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
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 | 224 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 | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 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 |