1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1400 | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |