1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1120 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
