1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4, 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dino | O4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |