2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 338 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Barchetta | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1062 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |