1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 851 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Cinquecento | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2615 mm |
