1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1985 Subaru XT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1985 Subaru XT (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Berline | XT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
