1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
