1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 7 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 246 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
