1963 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 41 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Solara weights approximately 505 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, 2004 Toyota Solara, 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, 2004 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Cabriolet | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Cabriolet | Solara |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |