1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 108 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |