1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 92 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Mustang |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 68 L |