1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 31 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Cabriolet | Carina |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |