1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 714 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |