1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Dino | Spider |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 215 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 115 L |
