1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1994 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Alto is newer by 28 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 139 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 764 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 1994 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Dino | Alto |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2180 mm |
