1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 158 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.
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, 2011 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2659 mm |
