1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 21 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 64 more horse power than 1992 Rover 620i. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 620i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Rover 620i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i, 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Dino | 620i |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
