1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino is newer by 11 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 134 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 2300 | Dino |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |