1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1964 Sunbeam Tiger

To start off, both 1964 Fiat Cabriolet and 1964 Sunbeam Tiger were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Tiger weights approximately 250 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 1964 Sunbeam Tiger
Make Fiat Sunbeam
Model Cabriolet Tiger
Year Released 1964 1964
Body Type Convertible Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 4261 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4400 RPM
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 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2190 mm


 

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