1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 43 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 275 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
