1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2300 | 626 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |