1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 49 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 609 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |