1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 46 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 724 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
