1963 Mini MK I vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini MK I 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 89 more horse power than 1963 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 770 kg more than 1963 Mini MK I. 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 1963 Mini MK I. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini MK I | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | MK I | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
