1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2012 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet 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 (170 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 558 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.

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1961 Fiat Cabriolet 2012 Subaru Forester
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Cabriolet Forester
Year Released 1961 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 100 HP 170 HP
Torque 135 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 64 L