1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 14 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 240 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Datsun |
| Model | 1300 | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
