1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 26 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Because 1966 Fiat Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Taurus |
Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |