1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 32 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | Dino | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 57 L |