1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 1000 | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |