1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 130. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1976 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1976 Fiat 130 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:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 130 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
