1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 17 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
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, 1986 Pontiac 6000, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Dino | 6000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |