1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 18 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 40 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Because 1962 Fiat 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |