1961 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 615 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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 Fiat 1100. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
