1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 43 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1177 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.
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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2009 GMC Savana | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Dino | Savana |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3440 mm |