1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 1966 Seat 600 is newer by 5 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 112 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 691 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1966 Seat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 2300 | 600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |