1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1967 Fiat Dino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 710 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 595 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
