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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 250 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 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 Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2418 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 70 L


 

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