1967 Alvis TF vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 664 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TF | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
