2001 Subaru Forester vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Forester | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
