1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Cabriolet | 750 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |