1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 2300 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |