1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1964 Porsche 904 is newer by 3 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
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 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 2300 | 904 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |