1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 590 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. 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 1971 Lancia Fulvia. 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 (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Fulvia | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
