1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
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 Nissan Stanza, 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 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |