1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 38 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 59 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 75 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, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 1970 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat Dino | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Dino | 5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2416 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |