1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 437 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1959 Abarth 2200 2012 Subaru Forester
Make Abarth Subaru
Model 2200 Forester
Year Released 1959 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2161 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 135 HP 170 HP
Torque 187 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L