1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2737 mm |
