1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 29 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 TVR V8 S weights approximately 92 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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 1300 | V8 S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |