1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Dino | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
