1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | Dino | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |