1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 38 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 655 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, 1999 Toyota Previa, 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
