1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 41 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 14 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 2300 | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |