1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1989 Dodge Daytona is newer by 22 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 26 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Daytona | Dino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
