1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
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1997 Fiat Barchetta | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Barchetta | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |