1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 34 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 37 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. 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, 2000 Holden Vectra, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Dino | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
