1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1956 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Opel Kapitan (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Opel Kapitan should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1956 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cabriolet | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
