1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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 46 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
