1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 928 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 127 | Forester |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |