1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 414 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | Coupe |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |