1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 273 kg more than 1963 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
