1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1967 Fiat Dino

To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 23 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 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 408 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Cadillac Aurora 1967 Fiat Dino
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Aurora Dino
Year Released 1990 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4465 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 57 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2260 mm


 

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