1966 Chrysler New Yorker 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 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 556 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino. 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | New Yorker | Dino |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2560 mm |
