1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1961 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1961 Fiat 2300 and 1961 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Porsche 356 (135 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1961 Porsche 356.
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 | 1961 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 2300 | 356 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |