1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 36 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 352 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, 1997 Ford Contour, 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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cabriolet | Contour |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |