1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Titan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |
