1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin is newer by 25 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 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 160 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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1300 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
