1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna 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 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 73 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Dino | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
