1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
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 Rover 45, 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 (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Dino | 45 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
