1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Volvo 265 is newer by 18 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 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 1979 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 1979 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 2300 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
