1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 34 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Dino | Baja |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
