1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 38 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 570 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Cabriolet | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
