1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 262 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 2008 Toyota RunX, 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, 2008 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Cabriolet | RunX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
