1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 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 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 212 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
