1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 36 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Dino | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
