1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 43 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 2300 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 2300 | 44 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |