1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 149 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Dino | Outback |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
