1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 1997 Rover 600 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 600 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600, 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 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Cabriolet | 600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
