1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 755 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 1300 | Forester |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |