1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 10 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 72 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 2300 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
