1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 48 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Tesla |
| Model | 2300 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2352 mm |
