1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 555 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 Kia Carens, 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 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
