1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
