1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Coupe 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 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 67 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. 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 Hyundai Coupe, 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 Hyundai Coupe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2001 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Dino | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
