1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series is newer by 19 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (71 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 830 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Steyr G-series (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Cabriolet | G-series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
