1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Dino | Laguna |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |