1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2616 mm |
