1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 15 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Datsun | Fiat |
| Model | Violet | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
