1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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 51 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
