1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 2300 | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |
