1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 30 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 210 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
