2010 Subaru Forester vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 130. 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 1976 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Forester | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Forester | 130 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 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 | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
