1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 818 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
