1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 24 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 750 kg more than 1964 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 1300 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
