1957 Seat 600 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Forester |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2616 mm |