1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1962 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1962 Ford Zephyr is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1962 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
