1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1966 Fiat Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Coupe | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Corsair |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 201 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |