1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 356 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1591 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |