1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 132 | Forester |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |