1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1970 Nissan Skyline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino 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 45 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline. 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 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Dino | Skyline |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |