1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Elba is newer by 32 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Elba weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300.
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, 1995 Innocenti Elba, 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, 1995 Innocenti Elba (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Innocenti Elba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 1300 | Elba |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |
