1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 33 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 124 kg more than 2002 Audi TT. 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, 2002 Audi TT, 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 (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2002 Audi TT | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Dino | TT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
