1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 677 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
