1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Sonata, 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Dino | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 67 L |
