1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 39 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura EL weights approximately 119 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, 2000 Acura EL, 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, 2000 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | 1300 | EL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
