1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1982 ZIL 4104 is newer by 13 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2095 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino. 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Fiat | ZIL |
| Model | Dino | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3340 mm |
