1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 2001 Toyota Tundra 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. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 2300 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
