1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 136 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.
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, 2003 Lexus IS (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2003 Lexus IS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | Dino | IS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |