1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 175 kg more 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, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Dino | i40 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
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 | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |