1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 40 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Dino | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3020 mm |
