1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 523 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |