1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 330 is newer by 6 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 473 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 330 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |