1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 652 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 1300 | Forester |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |