1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265.
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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Dino | 265 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |