1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 240 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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2673 mm |
