1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 38 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Berline | Bora |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |