1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | Dino | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |