1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 295 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Berline | Toronado |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |