1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 1997 Tata Estate is newer by 36 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 680 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300.
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, 1997 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1997 Tata Estate | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 1300 | Estate |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |