1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura 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 24 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1960 TVR Grantura (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 TVR Grantura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Cabriolet | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 39 L |
