1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 65 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Dino | Civic |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |