1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 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 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 196 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. 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 1970 Austin 1800. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 1800 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
