1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 500 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 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
