1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 33 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40.
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, 2000 Volvo S40, 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (298 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | S40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 58 L |
