2010 Subaru Forester vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 669 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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 1960 MG MGA. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Forester | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Subaru | MG |
Model | Forester | MGA |
Year Released | 2010 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2390 mm |