1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 678 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Dino | Discovery |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |