1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2002 Opel Concept M is newer by 37 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Concept M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Concept M (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Concept M weights approximately 408 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, 2002 Opel Concept M, 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, 2002 Opel Concept M (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Concept M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cabriolet | Concept M |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
