1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Covie is newer by 33 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 107 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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, 2001 Suzuki Covie, 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Dino | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Dino | Covie |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
