1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
