1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1967 Ferrari 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 1967 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626, 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | Dino | 626 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |