1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino.

Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Dino Legacy
Year Released 1971 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2418 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 177 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2751 mm


 

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