1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 45 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 254 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Dino | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |