1991 Fiat Tipo 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 Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 145 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 370 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Tipo. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Tipo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
