1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 2300 | RX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
