1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTA | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
