1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 525 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
