1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
