1963 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Cabriolet | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Cabriolet | 500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 22 L |