1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I35 is newer by 32 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Infiniti I35, 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, 2002 Infiniti I35 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 2002 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Dino | I35 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
