1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 44 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 320 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, 2012 Dodge Journey, 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | Dino | Journey |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1692 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 78 L |