1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 11 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
