1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Fiat Dino 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Dino Legacy
Year Released 1971 2007
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2418 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 177 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.5 mm 99.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60 mm 79 mm
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 1400 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2680 mm


 

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