1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1966 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
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, both vehicles can yield 93 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 1300 | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |
