1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 49 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
