2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 800 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Avalanche | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
