1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 146 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. 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, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Dino | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |