1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 42 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 154 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Dino | Quest |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 76 L |