1991 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 895 kg more than 1991 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 1991 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 (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat 126 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 126 | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |