2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 36 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Dino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
