1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 372 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 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1300 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |