1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (223 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Dino | Vectra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |