1984 Audi 200 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 12 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, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
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, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 200 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
