1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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 63 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 281 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Dino | Avensis |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1993 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 | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |