1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 281 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 Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Dino | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |