1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 467 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat Dino 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model Dino Camaro
Year Released 1967 2012
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2418 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 426 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1867 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 72 L


 

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