1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 10 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfetta | Dino |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
