1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 61 L |
