1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 9 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 645 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Newport | Berline |
Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |