1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 124 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Dino | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 117 L |