1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 34 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino.
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, 2004 Opel Signum, 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Signum |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
