1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Cabriolet | Starlet |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |