2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 42 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 86 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
