1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
