1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dart | Dino |
Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |