1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 30 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
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, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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 Pod (430 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Dino | Pod |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |