2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 38 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 468 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, 2005 Citroen C8, 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C8 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
