1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |