1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 446 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | Dino |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |