1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |