1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 11 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 685 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| 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 | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |
