1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 11 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 90 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Cabriolet | Skyline |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |