1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 20 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 32 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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Dino | Fiero |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 73.7 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 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 | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |