1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | 133 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
