1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Cervo 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 2300 | Cervo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |