1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 428 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat Dino | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | Dino | 300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2416 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3053 mm |