1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 564 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 2300 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
