1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 794 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Uno | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |