1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 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 141 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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 1971 Abarth 595. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 595 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2615 mm |
