1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 28 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Coupe, 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 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 2007 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Dino | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
