1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfasud | Dino |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1286 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |