1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 39 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 129 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Dino | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
