1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1966 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1962 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, 1966 Fiat 124 (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
