1963 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 42 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Cabriolet | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Cabriolet | Carol |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
