1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 449 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 1967 Austin A 60. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 60 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
