1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 835 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Mini Cooper | Forester |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |