1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1972 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1972 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
