1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1994 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1994 Nissan Primera is newer by 27 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 77 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Nissan Primera. 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, 1994 Nissan Primera, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1994 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Primera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1075 kg |
