1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 2300 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
