1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 21 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 114 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Dino | Drover |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
