1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2004 Saab 9-7X is newer by 32 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 9-7X (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 2004 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Dino | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
