1989 Buick Electra vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra, 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | Dino |
Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |