1970 Austin 3 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 3 | Forester |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |