1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 46 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 394 kg more than 1962 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300. 2008 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
