1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1967 Austin 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1967 Austin 1300 (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |