1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 955 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
