1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1982 Toyota Cressida is newer by 19 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 210 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, 1982 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |