1968 Fiat Dino vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Puma |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |