1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 74 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Dino | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 170 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |