1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Javelin | Dino |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
