1973 Audi Asso vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 12 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Asso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Asso (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Asso should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
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, 1973 Audi Asso (163 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 1973 Audi Asso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Asso | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
