1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 45 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 525 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
