1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 935 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.
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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1300 | RX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
