1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 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 3 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 2300 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
