1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | 1600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |