1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1972 Triumph TR6 is newer by 5 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. 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, 1972 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | Dino | TR6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |