1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 742 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 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Dino | Acadia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |