1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Dino | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |