1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 37 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 75 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | Dino | SC |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |