1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1966 Fiat Dino is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect 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 142 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 622 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Prefect |
Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2220 mm |