1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 753 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Vivace | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2616 mm |