1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 995 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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |