1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 465 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
