1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 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 84 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1500 | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |