1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1964 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
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, both vehicles can yield 93 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1964 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Consorte | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
