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, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (218 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 100 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
