1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 27 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 29 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. 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, 1991 Ford Laser, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Laser |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
