1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1962 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1300 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 1962 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1962 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1962 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Fellow | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
