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 (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 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 465 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1754 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |