1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 38 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-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 265 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 2300 | MR-S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |