1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
