1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 49 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1017 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 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cabriolet | Taurus |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |