1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 585 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ferrari 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 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Fellow | Dino |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 60 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2290 mm |
