1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 36 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
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, 2002 Seat Leon, 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Dino | Leon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |