1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 45 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 448 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 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Dino | 159 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |