1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 32 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 29 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino.
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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Dino | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 75 L |