1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 1988 Subaru XT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1500 | XT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
