1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 37 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2104 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Excursion |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 167 L |