1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1962 Fiat Berline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 380 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Cabriolet | Berline |
Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |