1957 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 550 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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 Fiat 1100. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1100 | Forester |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
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 | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |