1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino 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 62 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Dino | 1800 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |