1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 633 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Forester |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |