1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Tipo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
