1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 46 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1139 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Dino | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2946 mm |