1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Datsun | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 37 L |
