1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 300 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, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
