1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 1300 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 1300 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | 750 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |