1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Dino | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2625 mm |
