1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 1967 Fiat 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster 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, 1967 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | 125 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |