1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Mazda 5
To start off, 2005 Mazda 5 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 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 76 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, 2005 Mazda 5, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2005 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Dino | 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |