1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 28 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 114 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 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, 1989 Nissan Santana, 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
