2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 202 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.
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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | Dino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |