2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 38 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
