1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 420 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 92 L |
