1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot Sport (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1956 Talbot Sport.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 2300 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
