1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 169 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 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Dino | V70 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |