1968 Fiat Dino vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Dino | Caldina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |