1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 16 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 165 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 1610 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
