1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 11 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 118 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 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 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, 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 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Dino | Horizon |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |