1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 13 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
