1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 28 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Dino | Avensis |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |