1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 52 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1449 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.
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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Berline | Phantom |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5612 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1987 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1566 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |