1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 22 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
