1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1988 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1988 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2300 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |