1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino

To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat Dino 2012 Fiat Fiorino
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Dino Fiorino
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 77 mm
Top Speed 204 km/hour 157 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L


 

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