1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR7. 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 (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | Dino | TR7 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |