1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 55 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 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | 2300 | GTC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
