1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II 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 110 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 434 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. 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 Lada Samara II, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Dino | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
