1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | SLK |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |