2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 39 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | YRV | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
