1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, both 1969 Dodge Challenger and 1969 Fiat Dino were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Challenger | Dino |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |