1959 Fiat 1500 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 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 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 (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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 (350 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1500 | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2616 mm |