1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 27 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
