1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 279 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |