1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 131 (70 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 173 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131.
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 Fiat 131 (108 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1983 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
