1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 429 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 2400 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
