1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 372 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Dino | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 95.5 mm |
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 | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |