1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 417 kg more 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Torino |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |