1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1969 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1969 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 570 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1969 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Fiat | Avanti |
| Model | Cabriolet | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
