1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 794 kg more than 1965 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 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | DeVille | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |