1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 288 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 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 2300 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |