1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 720 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cabriolet | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |