1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 39 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1078 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 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Dino | Canyon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |