1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 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.
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, 2005 Rover 45, 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, 2005 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1300 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
