1968 Fiat Dino vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 725 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Dino | 340 R |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 198 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 72 L |