1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 35 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Today |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |