1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 101 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda 3, 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Dino | 3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |