1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 48 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1426 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Cabriolet | Xterra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |