1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet APV 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 410 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
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, 1990 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1990 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino. 1990 Chevrolet APV 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 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | APV | Dino |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 57 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
