1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 29 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 2300 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
