1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 44 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 745 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 220 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Fiat | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 1300 | CCR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2659 mm |
