1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino.
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, 2008 Saturn Aura, 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Dino | Aura |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
