1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 38 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Dino | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
