1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1969 Opel GT is newer by 5 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, 1969 Opel GT (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300.
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, 1964 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 1300 | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
