1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 146 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Dino | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
