1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 599 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
