1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Centura is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
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 Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | Berline | Centura |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
