2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1966 Fiat Dino

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 291 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 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 1966 Fiat Dino
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Dakota Dino
Year Released 2009 1966
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 2417 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 92.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 60 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2560 mm