1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1600 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 1600 | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
