1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 41 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), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 2300 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
