1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1973 Datsun 240Z is newer by 8 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 162 kg more than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Datsun |
| Model | Coupe | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
