1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 2300 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
