By 1967, Fiat was leading the European market, and its 50th anniversary was coming up. For the occasion, a new series was developed in Turin with more innovative characteristics than earlier models. The new series would be based on the Diamante series, and the name chosen was "Nastro d'Oro" or "Gold Ribbon", marking the "Golden Anniversary" of Fiat's "marriage to the land".

The appearance was a strong evolution of the Diamant series, again penned by Pinninfarina, with the longitudinal ribs of the engine cover now more predominant, and running though to the nose conferring lightness and movement. The colors were slightly changed as well, with a lighter orange for the bodypart, and blue for the mechanical parts, which gave the impression of a dynamic and modern machine. 

The new series wasn't only a styling exercise though. The series introduced new upgraded engines, all now with direct injection and rotary injection pumps, and all but the smallest reverting to a stressed crankcase design. Improved driving ergonomics, a number of new safety features including a lock preventing starting the engine while in gear, new 12 volt electrical system, upgraded gearboxes with synchronizers, and the control-matic three-point hitch now standard on all models, are just a few of the technical features to mention.

Some sources tell, that all models at launch had the option of a Frutteto, Vigneto and Granluce variant, though this has been difficult to confirm.

The first models of the "Nastro d'Oro series"/"Gold Ribbon series", were put into production in 1968.

The 1000-models first came to be in 1972 with the Fiat 1000, developed from the 900, and featuring the legendary 8065 engine series. A year later, the OM powered 1300 entered production. Its engine would later evolve into the renowned 8365 engine series. 

In 1976, Fiat observed the demand for tractors with even higher power outputs, increase faster than anticipated. The "Grandi" 80-series tractors were in the middle of their development, and Fiat could not accelerate the project.
With Fiat trying to establish itself as a serious player in the market for large four wheel drive tractors, and not wanting to lose valuable ground and market share, Fiat responded by turning the model 1000 and 1300 tractors, into the 1000 Super and 1300 Super.  
The power gains came from increasing the bore of the 1000's engine with 3mm, and for the 1300 by increasing engine speed with 300 rpm.
The cooling, four wheel drive and PTO systems were upgraded accordingly.

Domestically and internationally, the 1000 and 1300 were sold under the Fiat brand. Except for France, where they were sold under Fiat's Someca brand.

The 1000 and 1300 used a stressed chassis design, with the engines cast-iron crankcase being part of the tractors backbone. 

The gearbox in the 1000 and 1300 was the completely new fully synchronized gearbox with 12 forward and 4 reverse gears. The positioning of the gearlevers were new as well, having found their way to the instrumentpanel, reaching out from under the steering wheel. A placement that would come to define the driving experience of all medium and large size Fiat tractors, until the Ferrari-inspired gated shifter in the 1990 Winner-series.
PTO now had two speeds of 540 and 1000 rpm, and locking differential was standard on the rear axle.

All models used a six cylinder watercooled, direct injected diesel engine.
The 1000/1100 with a displacement of 5.184cc, developing 100/110 hp 2.400 rpm, and 328/364 nm at 1.500 rpm. 
The 1300/1500 with a displacement of 7.412cc, developing 130/150 hp at 2.100/2390 rpm and
451/557 nm at 1.500 rpm.

The 1000 and 1300 laid the foundation for later medium-large and large size tractors from Fiat's 80 and 90-series, in terms of drivetrain and platform, and projected Fiat towards a growing commitment to the large tractor segment in Europe, and towards the definitive succes of the Fiat four-wheel drive.
A feature introduced later than most other manufacturers, but with technical refinements and reliability to take Fiat to the top of the world market in the sector.