1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1967 Fiat Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 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 77 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 496 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | Dino | TR3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 904 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 53 L |