1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 37 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 88 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Fusion |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |