1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 1980 Ford Granada is newer by 19 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 285 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
