1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 656 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1600 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
