1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 17 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 16 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Cabriolet | 9 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |