1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1966 Fiat Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | Dino | Grantura |
Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |