1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 906 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |