1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 28 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 313 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 328 GTS | 1300 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |