1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala 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.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | 1300 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |