1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | Dino |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2560 mm |
