1970 Fiat Dino vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,416 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Dino weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat Dino | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Dino | Coupe |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2416 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |