1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 40 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Dino | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
