1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1969 Fiat Dino

To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 564 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chrysler Town & Country 1969 Fiat Dino
Make Chrysler Fiat
Model Town & Country Dino
Year Released 1995 1969
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3776 cc 2419 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 163 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2290 mm


 

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