1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 1300 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |