1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
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 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1500. 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
