1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 23 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 660 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 1984 Avanti Avanti 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. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | 1300 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |