1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 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 (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 720 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 128 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
