1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 549 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
