1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1978 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1978 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 555 kg more than 1978 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1978 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Berline | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 55.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |