1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
