1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 6 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 474 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Dino | 124 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
