1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 56 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), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 695 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
