1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 1976 Renault 20 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 285 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20, 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Cabriolet | 20 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
