1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 40 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 438 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Edge |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
