1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 670 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Forester |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |