1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 204 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Dino | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |