2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 874 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2416 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2560 mm |
