1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | V6 | Dino |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |