1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 20 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 190 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | V6 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 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 | 1210 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 |
