1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 44 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 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 640 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.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Cabriolet | Cayman |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2687 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |