1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 27 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Cabriolet | 400 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
