1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1971 Volvo 164 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 164 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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, 1971 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 2300 | 164 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |