2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1967 Fiat Dino

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 100 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Lacetti 1967 Fiat Dino
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Lacetti Dino
Year Released 2006 1967
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 120 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 57 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 194 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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