1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 27 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 72 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1300 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 1963 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
