1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1962 Fiat 1100

To start off, 1962 Fiat 1100 is newer by 1 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat 2300 1962 Fiat 1100
Make Fiat Fiat
Model 2300 1100
Year Released 1961 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2277 cc 1089 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 136 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 73 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 74.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 57 L


 

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