1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 26 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Dino | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
