1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 29 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
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, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Dino | Maxima |
Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |