1986 Dodge Daytona vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1986 Dodge Daytona is newer by 19 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Dodge Daytona. 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, 1986 Dodge Daytona, 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 (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Daytona | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Daytona | Dino |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2210 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
