1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1964 Ford Taunus

To start off, both 1964 Fiat Cabriolet and 1964 Ford Taunus were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1964 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 45 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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 1964 Ford Taunus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Cabriolet Taunus
Year Released 1964 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 1183 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 58.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 845 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 40 L


 

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