1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 30 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 743 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 1995 Lexus SC (350 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Cabriolet | SC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
