2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Dino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
