1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1966 Ford Galaxie is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 832 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3030 mm |
