1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 452 kg more than 1963 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1963 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Javelin | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 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 |
