1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 586 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.
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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Dino | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |