1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 48 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Fiat | Scion |
Model | 2300 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |