1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 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 91 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | Strada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2718 mm |
