1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1989 TVR S2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
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, 1989 TVR S2 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1300 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
