1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 23 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 130 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
