1963 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Cabriolet | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Cabriolet | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |