1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 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 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 Mazda RX-7. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Dino | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |