1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2002 Proton 400 is newer by 35 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 104 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 404 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. 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, 2002 Proton 400, 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Dino | 400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
