1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 35 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 396 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
