1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1962 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 770 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 1962 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stealth | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
