1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 10 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 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Dino | Laguna |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 82.6 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 | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |