1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 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 125 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Dino | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |