1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1989 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 15 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1989 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |