1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 580 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 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1300 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
