1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 24 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 46 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1989 Ford Laser | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Laser |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |