1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1965 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 Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | Econoline |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |