1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Dino | Commander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
