1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta 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 32 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 250 kg more 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Dino | Zeta |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |