1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, 1975 Mini MK III is newer by 8 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 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 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mini MK III, 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 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1975 Mini MK III | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Dino | MK III |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |