1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1976 Volvo 260 is newer by 10 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Dino | 260 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |