1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 580 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1100 | Forester |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |