1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 424 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
