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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 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 31 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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 | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
