1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 735 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2300 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
