2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 63 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. 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 1976 Fiat 130. 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 1976 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Forester | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Subaru | Fiat |
Model | Forester | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |