2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Nitro | Dino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
