1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 41 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 334 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 1969 Fiat Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
