1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor is newer by 25 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
