1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 10 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 577 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Javelin | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
