1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1985 Venturi Coupe is newer by 24 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 295 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, 1985 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | 1300 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |