1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1972 Ferrari 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 1972 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | Dino | Altea |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |