1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2004 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 43 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1365 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, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2004 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3510 mm |
