1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1300 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 34 L |