1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 152 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Dino | S-MX |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |