1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino.
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, 2004 Volvo S80, 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | S80 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
