1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna 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 61 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Dino | Laguna |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |