1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 685 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |