1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 41 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Dino | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
