1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 40 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 613 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 2010 Nissan Xterra 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
