1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 84 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 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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2008 Seat Altea (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Dino | Altea |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |