1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 35 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino.
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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Dino | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
