1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 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 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
