1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dino | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
