1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 2300 | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |