1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 826 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Innocenti | Subaru |
| Model | Turbo De Tomaso | Outback |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1536 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
