1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |