1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1955 Fiat 500
To start off, 1967 Fiat Dino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 790 kg more than 1955 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1955 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |
