1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 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 (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 984 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 126 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 126 | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2616 mm |