1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
