1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 2300 | iOn |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |