1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1966 MG MGC
To start off, 1966 MG MGC is newer by 5 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1966 MG MGC | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 2300 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
