1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 1987 Subaru XT is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru XT (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru XT weights approximately 270 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 1987 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT 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, 1987 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Cabriolet | XT |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
