1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 196 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 2001 Toyota Brevis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Brevis (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
