1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 47 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 554 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 2300 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1820 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 |
