1972 AMC Matador vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 11 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 607 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | AMC | Fiat |
| Model | Matador | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
