1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, 1999 Acura RL is newer by 28 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura RL weights approximately 275 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. 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, 1999 Acura RL, 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, 1999 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Dino | RL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 91 mm |
| 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 | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
