1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 40 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis (209 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 872 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.
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, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis 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. 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 1300 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |