1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 44 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Dino | Jetta |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
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 | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |