1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Tipo | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
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 | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |