1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 39 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Dino | Fabia |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |