1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1300 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |