1966 Checker Town vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,766 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Town | Dino |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2560 mm |
