1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 563 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Dino | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |