1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1975 Seat 131 is newer by 14 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) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1975 Seat 131. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1975 Seat 131 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 2300 | 131 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |