1963 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Berline weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1963 Fiat Berline (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Berline | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
