1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 26 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 213 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Cabriolet | Cinquecento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
