1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Dino | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
