1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Ambassador | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
