1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 23 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 37 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 2300 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
