1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 16 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
