1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton 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 59 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 78 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1989 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Coupe | Carlton |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |