1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 35 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. 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, 2001 Honda Legend, 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2001 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Dino | Legend |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |