1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 285 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.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Dino |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 172 Nm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |