1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 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), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Expedition |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
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 | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |