1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 146 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |