1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
