1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 39 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Dino | Highlander |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 72 L |