1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 892 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1300 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2615 mm |
