1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Mini Clubman 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 (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 912 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 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 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 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 (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Mini Clubman | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |