1967 Austin A 40 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 A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 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 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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 A 40. 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 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
