1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 34 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | 125 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
