1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 406 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1536 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
