1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1971 Volvo 164 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 164 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
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, 1971 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Dino | 164 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |