1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 673 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
