1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 45 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 2300 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
