1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 51 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 556 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1300 | Touran |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |