1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 870 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 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 400 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 400 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |