1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1997 Honda Civic
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 42 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. 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, 1997 Honda Civic, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1997 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Dino | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
