1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 728 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1200 | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |