1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 634 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
