1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 499 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 2300 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |