1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Dino | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
