1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 453 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 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Dino | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |