1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45

To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 29 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 360 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Fiat Dino 2000 Infiniti Q45
Make Fiat Infiniti
Model Dino Q45
Year Released 1971 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2418 cc 4130 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 378 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60 mm 76 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2840 mm


 

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