1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 827 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 1300 | Forester |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |