1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2000 Ford TL-50
To start off, 2000 Ford TL-50 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300. 2000 Ford TL-50 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford TL-50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 2000 Ford TL-50 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 2300 | TL-50 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 570 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1302 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |