2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Dino weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | Dino |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2416 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2560 mm |