1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300.
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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |