1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 37 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 68 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 600 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II, 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Dino | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
