1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 42 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 271 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.
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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 2300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
