1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 20 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 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 539 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 512 BBi | 1300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1481 cc |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |