1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 41 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Dino | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
