1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Tesla |
Model | Dino | Roadster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2352 mm |