1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 210 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 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 230 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3060 mm |
