1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 33 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, 1970 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
