1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 38 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 170 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Fiat | Ascari |
Model | Dino | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2636 mm |