1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 32 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 43 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. 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, 1998 Peugeot 406, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Dino | 406 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
