1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1970 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 1970 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | Dino |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 2416 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
