1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is newer by 1 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. 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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | 3000 Mk II | 2300 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |