1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Dino | 6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 68 L |