1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 51 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 130 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 2300 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
