1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 35 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |
