1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
