1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 2300 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 2300 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
