1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic

To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.

Because 1974 Ferrari 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 1974 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (210 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Ferrari Dino 1999 Toyota Picnic
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model Dino Picnic
Year Released 1974 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2417 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 193 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 210 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2740 mm


 

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