2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 355 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | Dino |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |