1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 50 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 2011 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |