1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 32 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 344 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 1993 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2930 mm |
