1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 810 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dino | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 100 L |
