1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 99 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ferrari 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda City, 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | City |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
