1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 906 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Cabriolet 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Cabriolet Tacoma
Year Released 1965 2005
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1796 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 79 L


 

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